Factories Act, 1948 Overview

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According to the Act, how many hours should an adult worker not exceed working in a week?

  • 56 hours
  • 40 hours
  • 50 hours
  • 48 hours (correct)

What time restrictions are imposed on women workers by the Act?

  • Not allowed to work before 10pm and after 6 a.m. (correct)
  • Not allowed to work before 6am and after 8 p.m.
  • Not allowed to work before 8pm and after 6 a.m.
  • Not allowed to work before 8pm and after 10 a.m.

What is the minimum age limit for children to work in any factory according to the Act?

  • 14 (correct)
  • 16
  • 12
  • 18

When will the Court take cognizance of complaints related to the Act?

<p>Within three months of the complaint (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what historical context did the Act originate?

<p>During a time of government non-interference in employer-employee relations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What led to the post-independence government's focus on labor health in industries?

<p>Society's adverse effects due to labor problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the Factories Act, 1948?

<p>To promote health and welfare of factory workers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group requires mandatory medical examination under the Factories Act, 1948?

<p>Age under 15 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of facilities fall under the welfare measures outlined in the Factories Act, 1948?

<p>Washing facilities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which year was the Factories Act, 1948 amended?

<p>1987 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of guidelines does the Factories Act, 1948 lay down?

<p>Guidelines on working conditions in factories (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a provision under the Factories Act, 1948 regarding health measures?

<p>Child labor regulations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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